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Jesef Williamsjwilliams@thelancasternews.com
The memory of those who took part in the war between the states will be remembered at an upcoming special event.
The local Sons of Confederate Veterans camp is holding its annual Confederate Memorial Day ceremony Tuesday, May 15, in front of the historic Lancaster County Courthouse in downtown Lancaster.

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The Lancaster County Republican Party will hold a primary candidates debate in Lancaster on Thursday, May 17, followed by a forum with the GOP candidates in November’s general election.
The local party has also scheduled a meet-and-great with candidates scheduled for Tuesday, May 15.
Meanwhile, in addition to the event announcements, Lancaster County GOP Chairwoman Sandy McGarry has released a statement concerning the fate of its S.C. House District 44 primary race.
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Jesef Williamsjwilliams@thelancasternews.com
City Council members appear to be in support of an event that’s expected to draw up to 10,000 people to Lancaster Memorial Stadium next month.
Grammy-nominated artist Slick Rick and fellow “old school” rapper Chubb Rock will perform at the stadium June 9 as part of the first-ever Lancaster Summer Fest. In addition to the performances, the rain-or-shine event will feature a live DJ, a bounce play zone for children, a video game truck and other activities.

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